Marseille reach agreement for Aubameyang return

Marseille have reached an agreement to sign their former star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on a free transfer, according to journalist Santi Aouna.

The Gabonese striker moved from Marseille to Al-Qadsiah last summer on a two-year deal but terminated his contract with the Saudi Pro League club after just one season.

Premier League clubs and Saudi giants Al Ettifaq came forward with a lucrative proposal, but the former Arsenal star had his heart set on a return to the Ligue 1 giants.  

The 36-year-old will pen a two-year contract until 2027 with Les Minots.

Aubameyang has shown that he is ageing like a fine wine after a prolific campaign in Saudi Arabia last season.

He netted 21 goals and three assists in all competitions, including the strike in the defeat in the King’s Cup final against Al Ettifaq.

Even in the 2023/24 season, Aubameyang was at the peak of his powers, netting 30 goals and 11 assists as well as finishing as the Europa League’s top scorer.

The former Barcelona star will look to replicate his rich vein of form for Roberto De Zerbi’s side this season, where they will compete in the Champions League.

Aubameyang will compete with talented Algerian Amine Gouiri for the centre-forward role at Marseille.

Les Phoceens are also actively scouring the market for a winger, and Juventus’ Timothy Weah is at the top of their wishlist.

The former Lille star is not in Juve’s plans and has reportedly agreed personal terms over a move to Marseille.

De Zerbi’s side are also monitoring Feyenoord’s Igor Paixao and Lyon’s Malick Fofana. 

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